LHH has partnered with our client, a well-established financial institution, to find a Senior Network Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Seattle, WA. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic, innovative environment with a team dedicated to supporting cutting-edge network solutions. THIS IS NOT A C2C OPPORTUNITY

About the Role

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for the administration, support, and design of network and telephony communication systems across the organization. This role will focus on network architecture, security, performance optimization, and ensuring seamless connectivity across multiple locations, including corporate headquarters, branch networks, and vendor connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain wired and wireless networks, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and VPN solutions

• Lead network architecture development and ensure optimal system performance and security

• Monitor and manage firewalls (Palo Alto), intrusion detection systems, and security applications

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues while ensuring minimal downtime

• Support remote connectivity solutions and assist in security audits and compliance efforts

• Participate in disaster recovery and business resumption planning

• Stay up to date on emerging network security threats and industry best practices

• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

  Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. and sit stateside. Our client is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

  **Please no C2C applicants*

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Qualifications & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in IT and network engineering

• 5+ years of experience with network security, including firewall and intrusion detection/prevention management

• Expertise in TCP/IP, MPLS, LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and VPN technologies

• Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls and VMware Horizon/vSphere

• Experience with Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection, Arctic Wolf, and Taegis XDR is preferred

• Strong troubleshooting skills to support a 24/7 environment

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE required (or must obtain within one year)

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field required

Work Environment & Location

• Hybrid position based in Seattle, WA

• Onsite presence required during the first few months before transitioning to a hybrid schedule

• May require occasional off-hours and weekend work for urgent network support

Why Join?

• Work on high-impact projects, including SD-WAN deployment and network modernization initiatives

• Opportunity to transition into a full-time role with a well-respected financial institution

• Collaborate with a dedicated and innovative IT team focused on growth and security

If you're a seasoned network engineer looking for a challenging contract-to-hire opportunity in Seattle, WA, we'd love to hear from you. THIS IS NOT A C2C OPPORTUNITY

Apply today to learn more!

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance